Lowell School District

Position Opening

Mechanic-Bus Driver

STARTING DATE

Upon Hire

WORK YEAR 

260 day/8 hours per day- Full-Time

BASE SALARY

$21.69-25.92 per hour dependent on task worked and experience

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open until filled

THE POSITION

The Lowell School District is seeking an outstanding individual,to maintain the service schedule of district vehicles and perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equiptment where applicable. This position also includes the duties of bus driver when needed.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lowell School District mechanic maintains and repairs all district vehicles, as well as grounds/custodial equipment. The Mechanic keeps up with all annual service schedules as well as preventative maintenance to ensure vehicle/equipment safety and compliance with state safety regulations. By doing this, the employee prevents interruptions of district transportation routes and vehicle trips. In addition, the mechanic/bus driver works closely with district transportation, maintenance and administrative staff to perform duties as assigned.  The Mechanic will fill in for bus drivers out on leave, shortages during vacation periods, for regular routes, or during special events.

DUTIES:

1. Ability to obtain an ODE Annual Bus Inspection Certificate
2. Ability to obtain CDL, First Aid, CPR and ICC Physical cards
3. Must have a clean driving record
4. Work well with others
5. Ability to drive full sized large capacity buses
6. Ability to learn immediate geographic area
7. Must be able to fulfill all duties of regular bus driver
8. Ability to work with students in a supervisory, supportive and positive capacity
9. Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions, policies and procedures
10. Ability and commitment to practice cultural competency and demonstrate respect for diversity
11. Ability to work efficiently with special needs children
12. Must be able to pass a criminal history background check and submit fingerprints
13. Must possess two years of technical, or trade school, or equivalent experience in automotive, diesel, truck or military equipment maintenance.
14. Has a general knowledge of computers
15. Ability to perform annual inspections and maintenance on district vehicles
16. Ability to track and log annual maintenance and warranties on district vehicles
17. Ability to perform oil changes on district vehicles
18. Experience with sourcing parts, materials and supplies
19. Must schedule bus annuals with contractors
20. Assist in general maintenance duties throughout the district
21. Must communicate with the Transportation Coordinator, & Transportation Office
22. Ability to perform District Vehicle maintenance as needed
23. Assist with information for tax and state reports
24. Perform troubleshooting, diagnostics and preventative maintenance on district vehicles, grounds/custodial equipment (ie: weed eaters, mowers, gators, groomer, vacuum cleaners and floor scrubbers)
25. Fuel buses and vans as needed
26. Assist with School bus/van lot organization and management
27. Work on diesel and gasoline engines, air and standard brakes, transmission, electrical and general maintenance on district fleet vehicles
28. General computer and technology work for communication and documentation purposes
29. Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Diploma or GED (General Education Diploma).
2. Possession of a valid State of Oregon Driver’s License.
3. Five (5) years of successful driving experience.

ABILITY TO OBTAIN/MAINTAIN:

1. ASE Certification in School Bus, Heavy/Medium Truck or equivalent experience.
2. Ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR card
3. Ability to obtain and maintain an Oregon Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with proper endorsements and possession of an Oregon Department of Education (ODE) School Bus Drivers certificate and School Bus Inspector’s Certificate.
4. Ability to successfully complete a physical examination, required DMV testing, required ODE classes, drug screening and physical strength testing.

WORK REQUIREMENTS:

This work is done in a school or district building environment, and may include solvent or cleaning smells, mechanical fluids and fuels.  The mechanic will be on their feet all day, with bending, lifting, standing, twisting, walking, and kneeling. The mechanic must be able to lift up to 100 lb loads on occasion, and 50 lb loads repeatedly throughout the day. Safety equipment is available and will be used.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Light Repetitive Work:
2. Floor level: occasionally
3. Knee level: occasionally;
4. Waist level: continuously
5. Shoulder level: frequently;
6. Overhead level: frequently,
7. Bending: frequently;
8. Twisting: frequently,
9. Squatting: frequently
10. Kneeling/crawling: awkward positions: frequently

SALARY:

1. Will be determined by terms of the current negotiated Classified Contract.

TO APPLY:

• Current district employees must send an email to Michelle Stephens (stephens@lowell.k12.or.us) stating their interest in being considered for the position.
• Online application accepted through the district website: lowell.k12.or.us

If you have questions regarding this process, please contact Michelle Stephens at 541.937.5095 or stephens@lowell.k12.or.us

The Lowell School district complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender or disability.